Assistant Product Developer, Footwear & Accessories

REVOLVE; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50% discount

Free weekly lunches

Company parties

Job summary

REVOLVE in Los Angeles is seeking an Assistant Product Developer, Footwear & Accessories, a full-time role focused on the operational engine behind footwear development. You will own sample logistics, fit notes, tech pack updates, and calendar tracking from concept through production, ensuring data accuracy across systems.

Ideal candidates are highly organized, detail-oriented, and energized by systems and follow-through rather than design.

Qualifications

• 1–2+ years in product development or related support role.
• Strong Excel skills and general computer proficiency.
• Experience with overseas vendors is a plus but not required.
• Degree in Product Development, Fashion Merchandising, or Business preferred.
• No design software required; Illustrator/Photoshop familiarity is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Track and manage sample requests, shipments, and receipt logs.
• Manage WIP trackers and development calendars; flag delays.
• Update line guides and tech packs per guidance.
• Support costing with cost sheets and trackers.
• Maintain product data across PLM and systems.
• Label fit samples, protos, and PP samples ahead of fit sessions.
• Take notes during fit sessions and share technical comments to vendors.
• Coordinate with overseas vendors on shipments and docs.
• Approve materials, trims, and color details between Design and vendors.
• Serve as logistics contact between Design, buying, vendors.
• Follow up on action items to keep development on calendar.
• Assist with accessories tech pack maintenance.
• Help with accessories line guide upkeep.
• Communicate across Buying, Design, Branding, Supply Chain, and Purchasing.
• Organize trim and material libraries.
• Prepare materials for fit sessions and vendor meetings.
• Handle ad-hoc tasks as directed by management.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Track and manage a large SKU count across brands and seasons.
• Comfort with data and systems; strong Excel skills.
• Deadline-focused with follow-through and problem-solving.
• Interest in footwear and product development, eager to learn construction and materials.
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced environment with 5-month lead times.
• Must be able to lift up to 10 lbs.

Skills

Excel

Data entry

Vendor management

Attention to detail

Education

Product Development degree

Fashion Merchandising degree

Tools

PLM

Adobe Illustrator

Job description

Meet the Owned Brand Division of REVOLVE:

REVOLVE is the next-generation fashion retailer for Millennial and Generation Z consumers. As a trusted, premium lifestyle brand and a go-to source for discovery and inspiration, REVOLVE delivers an engaging customer experience from a vast yet curated offering of over 45,000 products. Founded in Los Angeles in 2003 by co-CEOs Michael Mente and Mike Karanikolas, REVOLVE's family of brands includes its luxury offering, FWRD, and a portfolio of 24 owned brands such as Lovers + Friends, Tularosa, NBD, and RAYE.

The Owned Brand division within REVOLVE is an industry-leading fashion design and production house based in Los Angeles. Leveraging the power of REVOLVE's data-driven merchandising combined with raw creative talent results in an unparalleled ability to identify specific market niches and develop brands that each have their own identity, designed with a distinct consumer interest and personality in mind.

At REVOLVE, the most successful team members have the thirst and creativity to redefine fashion retail for the 21st century. With a team of 1,000 strong, we are a dynamic group motivated by getting the company to the next level. It's our goal to hire high-energy, diverse, bright, creative, and flexible individuals who thrive in a fast-paced work environment.

Some of the sweetest perks we offer aren't found in a typical benefits package — including a hefty discount on items we carry (50% or more off retail prices), free weekly lunches, and pretty rad company parties.

• a hefty discount on items we carry (50% or more off retail prices)
• free weekly lunches
• pretty rad company parties

To take a behind-the-scenes look at the REVOLVE "corporate" lifestyle, check out our Instagram @REVOLVEcareers or #lifeatrevolve.

Are you ready to help build the backbone of a premium footwear team?

Main Purpose of the Role:

The Assistant Product Developer, Footwear & Accessories is a full-time, non-design role focused on the operational and administrative engine that keeps footwear development on track. This position supports the Associate Product Developer/Designer by owning the detail work: sample logistics, fit notes, tech pack updates, WIP & calendar tracking development through to production. Monitoring data accuracy across systems — so that development moves smoothly from concept through production. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail oriented and energized by systems and follow-through rather than sketching or design direction. This is a great fit for someone early in their product development career who wants hands‑on exposure to footwear development at a fast‑paced, high‑volume company.

Major Responsibilities:

Product Development Support (Primary Focus):

• Track and manage sample requests, shipments, and receipt logs across all vendors
• Manage WIP trackers and development calendars; flag delays or at-risk milestones proactively
• Update line guides & tech packs based on direction provided by the Associate Product Developer/Designer
• Support costing processes by maintaining and updating costing sheets and cost trackers
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date product data across PLM and other internal systems
• Organize and label fit samples, protos, and PP samples ahead of fit sessions
• Take notes during fit sessions and distribute technical comments to vendors under guidance
• Communicate with overseas vendors on shipment tracking, sample status, and documentation needs
• Coordinate the approval routing of materials, trims, and color details between Design and vendors
• Serve as a day-to-day point of contact for logistics questions between Design, buying, and vendors
• Follow up on outstanding action items to keep development on calendar

Accessories (Supporting Role):

• Support accessories tech pack maintenance and sample tracking as needed
• Assist with accessories line guide upkeep

Cross-Functional & Administrative:

• Serve as a reliable communicator across Buying, Design, Branding, Supply Chain, and Purchasing
• Organize and maintain trim and material libraries
• Prepare materials and documentation ahead of fit sessions and vendor meetings
• Support ad-hoc tasks and assignments as directed by management
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact across all levels
• Ability to track and manage a large SKU count across multiple brands and seasons simultaneously
• Comfort working with data and systems; strong Excel skills
• Deadline-focused with strong follow-through and problem-solving instincts
• Interest in footwear and product development, with eagerness to learn construction and materials
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced environment with tight development calendars (5-month lead times)
• Must be able and willing to lift and carry up to 10 lbs., and perform frequent repetitive finger, hand, and wrist motions, as well as bending, stooping, reaching, squatting, kneeling, pushing, and pulling

Minimum Qualifications:

• 1–2+ years of experience in product development, production, or a related support role
• Strong Excel skills and general computer proficiency; PLM experience a plus
• Experience or exposure to working with overseas vendors a plus, not required
• Degree in Product Development, Fashion Merchandising, Business, or related field preferred
• No design software proficiency required; familiarity with Adobe Illustrator/Photoshop a plus but not necessary

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with costing sheets, WIP trackers, or similar development tools
• Experience with PLM or similar product management platforms

A successful candidate works well in a dynamic environment with minimal supervision. At REVOLVE, we all roll up our sleeves to pitch in and do whatever it takes to get the job done. Each day is a little different — it's what keeps us on our toes and excited to come to work every day.

For individuals assigned and/or hired to work in California, REVOLVE includes a reasonable estimate of the salary or hourly rate range for this role. This takes into account the wide range of factors considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to business or organizational needs, skill sets, experience and training, licensure, and certifications.